Overview
Arum concinnatum black-spotted is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Arum, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arum concinnatum black-spotted grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and cut flowers.
About
Arum concinnatum black-spotted is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Arum genus, known for its tuberous roots and arrow-shaped leaves. This deciduous plant produces small flowers hidden at the base of a yellow or purple spadix, surrounded by a distinctive hood-like spathe. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained loam soil of any pH. Suitable for use as a houseplant or in patio containers, it is hardy to H1c and is best propagated by division in spring, with spring being its season of interest.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Arum concinnatum black-spotted size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arum concinnatum black-spotted
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids or thrips; glasshouse red spider mite or glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to bacterial or fungal rots or a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arum concinnatum black-spotted?
Arum concinnatum black-spotted prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arum concinnatum black-spotted need?
Arum concinnatum black-spotted grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arum concinnatum black-spotted hardy in the UK?
Arum concinnatum black-spotted has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Arum concinnatum black-spotted?
Division in spring.
More in the Arum genus
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- Arum elongatum
- Arum idaeum
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- Arum italicum 'Lady Aron'
- Arum italicum 'Pamela Harper'
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